A cleverer man than me once said that.
A man that answered the question ‘Why is the sky blue?’, challenged the classical notion of cause and effect and gave us the theory of relativity. A man that created the most famous equation in human history, E=mc2.
I’m talking, of course, about Albert Einstein, whose birthday it was last week.
Now you and he in combination can make money. Forget E=mc2, today’s equation is:
You + Rare Einstein items = healthy investment returns for you.
Albert Einstein has a legacy that will stand the test of time; by owning something of his, you hold a valuable piece of that legacy.
If you’re a regular reader of this newsletter, you will know a little about the investment potential of Einstein items. In 2007, we oversaw the sale of a collection of 13 signed Einstein letters in which he discusses the foundation of quantum mechanics...
The collection sold for £175,000. Or £13,462 per letter.
That sounds like a great investment to us. Especially when you consider that a collection of 48 signed letters went at auction for $1.5m (or $31,250 per letter) in 2006.
Just last month we saw a single signed Einstein letter produce an 11% return in just 16 weeks for one canny investor.
So, here is your chance to own something of premium value and break into this market.
An exceptionally rare typed letter on one page of Institute for Advanced Study letterhead, measuring 8x11inches, dated January 5, 1951 personally signed by Einstein. The letter discusses Einstein's theory of relativatly. In simplified summary, Einstein posited that from the point of view of a stationary observer, a moving clock would appear to run more slowly as it approached the speed of light. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope.
A classic black and white, 9.5x7.5" photograph of Einstein seated at a dinner table. Einstein has inscribed the photo in black ink along the base, "To High Saltpeter - A. Einstein. 51." Professionally mounted, framed and glazed with UV glass.
£9,500
An autographed letter in German signed by Einstein on July 13, 1925. The letter addressed to Dr. Granthoff discusses the question of scientific determinism giving rise to questions about Einstein's position on theological determinism and whether or not he believed in God, or in a god. A fascinating and insightful collectible. Exceedingly rare and in very fine condition.
£8,500
A typed letter signed by Einstein on March 21, 1952, just 3 years before his death. The letter reads: "Thank you for your letter of March 17. The nation is composed of small groups and enough energetic and devoted small groups can achieve everything. Propaganda only evokes counter-propaganda and is soon forgotten. Therefore do not underestimate the importance of the small group." By 1952, Einstein used his considerable influence and prestige to become a strong and vigorous voice in defending the rights of groups and individuals against the power of the state. In very good condition.
£4,500
Four superb pieces for you to own – on the basis of previous interest, Four pieces that won’t be available for long, so do get in touch as soon as you can.
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“Try not to become a man of success but rather to become a man of value.”
And who are we to argue with that? Einstein certainly achieved it and now you have the chance too. Call us today.